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830 Hamilton St

Franklin TownshipNJ08873

Somerset, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Somerset Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Somerset, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at SoCam290 in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood priced from $1,110. The Harrison Somerset Apartment Homes in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Somerset apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SoCam290AUR1BR,1BA$1,110
The Harrison Somerset Apartment HomesSTUDIO LARGEStudio,1BA$1,745
Finchley Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,760

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerset, NJ and Nearby

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Somerset area is the $1.88 price per square foot $1.88/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft Model at Cedar Manor in the starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Somerset apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Large Model at Colony House Apartments starting at $2,509 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Turnpike East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Somerset apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cedar Manor$1.88/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft2BR,2BA$1.88
Colony House Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Large2BR,2BA$1.57
226 Hamilton St, Unit 2226 Hamilton St4BR,1BA$2.50
Premier Properties of New Brunswick2 bed2BR,2BA$2.45
The Lofts at MiddlesexFlorence2BR,2BA$2.23
Summerfields Lofts$2.33/sq.ft. - Summerfields 360-Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.33
Birchview Gardens2 Bedroom B2BR,1BA$2.30
Riverbrook WalkGreenwich2BR,2BA$2.37
Somerset MewsTwo Bed - Renovated Kitchen2BR,2BA$2.50
Livingston GardensLivingston Gardens - Remsen Ave - Renovated 1 ...1BR,1BA$2.57

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Frequently Asked Questions about Somerset

What type of rentals are currently available in Somerset?

There are currently 243 Apartments for Rent in Somerset, NJ with pricing that ranges from $880 to $12,020. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Somerset ranging from $1,800 to $4,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Somerset?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Somerset ranges from $1,800 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,052.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Somerset?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Somerset range from $1,240 to $12,020, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,031.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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